Chicago Toxic Tort Attorneys

Serving Chicago, Arlington Heights, and all of Illinois

In modern life, we are daily exposed to many chemicals. Some are believed to be safe. Some are known to be harmful. Harmful chemicals should be closely controlled to avoid exposure that can result in serious injury, illness, or death. However, many employers, manufacturers, and others who use harmful chemicals do not take the proper precautions to avoid exposure.

When you or a loved one has been hurt by a dangerous chemical, you may be able to get compensation from those who exposed you to the dangerous chemical with a toxic tort lawsuit. Please call 312-957-4166 or email the Willens Law Offices in Chicago for a free consultation about your legal rights and options.

Common Sources of Toxic Tort

Chemical exposure is a daily occurrence that comes from many different sources, but there are a few common paths that expose people to hazardous chemicals. These include:

  • Environmental pollution–air that we breathe or water that we drink becomes contaminated with hazardous chemicals
  • Professional exposure–people who work with hazardous chemicals but are not given adequate warning or safeguards against exposure
  • Household exposure–toxic chemicals, such as lead paint, or organic hazards, such as dangerous mold, can be found in some homes
  • Consumer exposure–some products we buy are laced with dangerous chemicals that can be transferred to anyone who uses the product

No matter the path of your exposure, once a hazardous chemical enters your body, you are at an increased risk for certain types of injury or illness that may lead to death.

Proving Toxic Torts

Toxic torts are challenging cases. To prove a toxic tort case, we have to prove that:

  • The substance was toxic
  • The toxic substance entered the body
  • The toxic substance caused harm
  • The toxic substance was or should have been controlled by the defendant to prevent harm

Although this can be challenging, in many cases, such as asbestos and mesothelioma, we understand that certain substances are toxic and know the type of harm they cause.

Compensation for Toxic Torts

If you or a loved one has been a victim of toxic tort, you may be entitled to the following damages:

  • Past medical costs
  • Future medical costs
  • Lost Wages
  • Loss of future earnings
  • Pain and Suffering
  • Disability
  • Diminished quality of life
  • Disfigurement

The exact damages in your case depend on the specific injury you suffered. In some cases, punitive damages may also be available.

Contact Our Toxic Tort Lawyer

The award-winning lawyers of Willens Law Offices in Chicago have extensive experience with all types of personal injury cases, including toxic torts. Our experience has taught us how challenging these cases are, and how they should not be left to anyone other than the most qualified attorney. We will talk to you about your case and we will take it if we think we can give you the best representation possible. If not, we may refer you to another lawyer in the area with the experience necessary to give your case the highest chance of success.

Please contact our Chicago toxic tort attorneys today for your FREE consultation. Call 312-957-4166 or contact Willens Law Offices as soon as possible to find out how we can help you.